What context can I use each word in?
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
jingle
Example
The jingle for the new car commercial is so catchy. [jingle: noun]
Example
I heard the jingle of keys in his pocket as he walked towards me. [jingle: verb]
jingling
Example
I could hear the jingling of the dog's collar as it ran towards me. [jingling: gerund or present participle]
Example
The wind chimes were jingling in the breeze all afternoon. [jingling: verb]
Good things to know
Which word is more common?
Jingle is more commonly used than jingling in everyday language, especially in the context of advertising or catchy tunes. Jingling is less common and is typically used to describe the sound of small metal objects or bells.
What’s the difference in the tone of formality between jingle and jingling?
Both jingle and jingling are informal words and are suitable for casual conversations or creative writing.
